Heavy Truck Mechanic
About The Position
Livermore Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a safety-conscious Heavy Truck Mechanic in Livermore, California. The mechanic performs overhauls, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance on trucks and equipment, including diesel or natural gas vehicles. This is a union position with a pension plan and fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. The pay range is $47.28–$57.37 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with occasional Saturday work. The role involves strenuous physical activity, work in confined or awkward spaces, exposure to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, wet or humid conditions, fumes, vibration, and moderate noise.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience troubleshooting and performing electrical work on diesel or natural gas trucks.
- Specialization in Cummins and Paccar engines or similar.
- Valid driver's license.
- Clean driving record.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
- Must provide own personal tools.
Nice To Haves
- Previous waste industry experience.
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform engine, transmission, and hydraulic pump overhauls.
- Read wire schematics and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicle and equipment electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems.
- Use vehicle computer electronic systems to interpret failure modes and initiate or assign repairs.
- Collaborate with other diesel mechanics.
- Complete paperwork in fleet maintenance software, including documenting parts usage and repair times.
- Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
- Perform emergency breakdown service calls.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Benefits
- Union position with a pension plan.
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
